jh45gun - Son, I've been around a long time, having shot crossbows, compounds and trad bows. I've hunted in a dozen or more states and bowhunted more than most guys twice my age. I have also lived in probably 40+ states and was born and raised in one that allows crossbows in legal archery season.

I think I know what I'm talking about, having been there and done that. And the majority of guys still use the good old compound to hunt with. Why ? Its a better weapon to use, plain and simple. People DO NOT choose the longbow/recurve because they'll kill more deer, I gaurantee that. People DO choose compounds because they can, and crossbows too.

The drawlock ? Another compound gizmo thats isn't practical and doesn't really increase ones chances of killing a deer with a compound. I've NEVER seen one in the woods or at the ranges - ever. They're legal here too I believe, and no one ever uses one.

As for your misinformation, a very few trad shooters are that good. Go to your next local 3D shoot and compare the top scores. You'll see who shoots the best, and don't forget to factor in the trad stakes are MUCH closer.